Negros Oriental district, Philippines

Places to visit near Tabuan

Tabuan is a town in Negros Oriental district, Philippines, home to about 5,390 people. Within 50 km by road there are 68 places to visit — 30 churches, 8 waterfalls, 10 beaches & coast and 6 hill stations & viewpoints. The must-see places are Balinsasayao Twin Lakes National Park (46 km), Lake Balinsasayao (50 km) and Lake Danao (51 km).

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Tabuan at a glance

Location
Negros Oriental district, Philippines
Population
about 5,390
Coordinates
9.5156° N, 122.8506° E
Places within 50 km
68 (2 must-see)
Best time to visit
July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches

Top places to visit near Tabuan

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Tabuan: must-see places and the closest well-loved spots first. Open a place for photos, today’s visitor status, timings and directions.

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Churches near Tabuan

55 churches within 100 km of Tabuan. The closest is San Roque Chapel (4 km). Best time: year-round.

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Waterfalls near Tabuan

49 waterfalls within 100 km of Tabuan. The closest is Niludhan Falls (12 km). Best time: july to january, best august to november right after rains.

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Beaches & coast near Tabuan

42 beaches & coast within 100 km of Tabuan. The closest is Sipalay Boulevard (22 km); the best-known is Sta. Catalina Boulevard (26 km). Best time: october to march.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Tabuan

25 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Tabuan. The closest is Dumian Valley (19 km); the best-known is Pinayun-an Peak (35 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Forts & heritage near Tabuan

15 forts & heritage within 100 km of Tabuan. The closest is Jose Rizal Monument (25 km); the best-known is Silliman Hall (69 km). Best time: october to february.

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Rivers, islands & mangroves near Tabuan

9 rivers, islands & mangroves within 100 km of Tabuan. The closest is Olympia Island (43 km). Best time: september to february.

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A one-day trip from Tabuan

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 93 km on the road.

  1. Start in Tabuan
  2. 12 km Niludhan Falls · waterfall, Negros Oriental
  3. 28 km Talostos Falls · waterfall, Negros Oriental
  4. 29 km Manampa Falls · waterfall, Negros Oriental
  5. 8 km Mantapi Falls · waterfall, Negros Oriental
  6. 7 km Bayawan Nature Reserve · nature spot, Negros Oriental
  7. 9 km Back to Tabuan

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How to reach Tabuan

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    15–50 km — half-day trips

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Tabuan by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Churches3055San Roque Chapel (4 km)
    Waterfalls849Niludhan Falls (12 km)
    Beaches & coast1042Sipalay Boulevard (22 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints625Dumian Valley (19 km)
    Forts & heritage215Jose Rizal Monument (25 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves29Olympia Island (43 km)
    Caves08Obong Cave (55 km)
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs26Tab-ang Lake (25 km)
    Other attractions46Espartero Ancestral House (22 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens35Clifftop View (7 km)
    Museums03Ariniego Art Gallery (68 km)
    Parks11Bayawan City Plaza (22 km)
    Mosques & dargahs01Bagacay Mosque (68 km)

    Tabuan: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Tabuan?

    Bayawan Nature Reserve (nature spot, about 9 km), Niludhan Falls (waterfall, about 12 km), Mantapi Falls (waterfall, about 15 km), Talostos Falls (waterfall, about 21 km), Manampa Falls (waterfall, about 23 km), Balinsasayao Twin Lakes National Park (national park, about 46 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Tabuan?

    68 places on Spotwander: 30 churches, 8 waterfalls, 10 beaches & coast, 6 hill stations & viewpoints, 2 forts & heritage.

    Which is the nearest church to Tabuan?

    San Roque Chapel, about 4 km by road; Unitarian Universalist Kalumboyan Church (6 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest waterfall to Tabuan?

    Niludhan Falls, about 12 km by road; Mantapi Falls (15 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest beach to Tabuan?

    Sipalay Boulevard, about 22 km by road; Princess Alanas Beach House (22 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Tabuan?

    Start in Tabuan, visit Niludhan Falls, then Talostos Falls, then Manampa Falls, then Mantapi Falls, then Bayawan Nature Reserve, and drive back — about 93 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Tabuan?

    July to January, best August to November right after rains for waterfalls; October to March for beaches & coast; year-round for churches.

    Towns near Tabuan

    Sources: places from OpenStreetMap contributors, Wikidata and GeoNames; Tabuan’s location and population from GeoNames. Data sources & credits.